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Posts by Jake Harmer

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Are Climbing Pants Worth It?

Does what you wear outside really matter? Climbing pants aren't necessary to climbing like a harness or climbing shoes, but they can definitely make the day more comfortable and protect your legs and...

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How Much Are Rock Climbing Shoes?

The most important piece of gear that you need in order to go bouldering is a pair of rock climbing shoes. For other styles of climbing you need more gear, but rock climbing shoes are the first thing...

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Can I Go Rock Climbing Without a Partner?

Rock climbing is a really interesting activity because the climb itself is intensely personal, but for the most part can't be done alone. It isn't a competitive sport for most of us, but the internal...

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How Much Does Rock Climbing Cost?

Rock climbing has become a lifestyle for a lot of people around the world, but there are still many, many more who have never tried it. While some people would never dream of trying it because of a...

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How Much Weight Can a Quickdraw Hold?

To non-climbers, climbing gear is incredibly suspect. If you ask a climber though, we usually offer some explanation about how a carabiner can hold up a truck, and that they never break when used...

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Is Indoor Rock Climbing Dangerous?

Let's say somebody invites you to go climbing with them, or maybe invites your kid to go climbing. You probably think to yourself "rock climbing? That's crazy! I should go play football or go sky...

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Husband, Father, Wild Animal. If I could explore canyons and cliffs every day, I would. For now, I dream about it during the week and go hard on the weekends. Living in the St. George area with my wife and kids. I volunteer with the local 15-18 year old young men, planning camping trips, climbing outings, and other adventures.

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